Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma unveiled the JJS 2026 theme poster on July 31 in Jaipur and accepted the invitation to inaugurate the exhibition on December 22.

Sitapura Gems and Jewellery Industry Association inaugurated its new Jugal Kishore Gupta Tower in Jaipur on July 29, bringing together leaders from GJEPC, NGJCI and GJC to strengthen industry collaboration.

GJEPC expanded its outreach in Vietnam through meetings with jewellery trade bodies, retailers and wholesalers to encourage a larger buyer delegation for IIJS Bharat Premiere 2026 in Mumbai.

GJEPC hosted a networking meet in Tashkent on July 14, bringing Indian gem and jewellery exporters together with Uzbek trade stakeholders to explore partnerships and strengthen bilateral business opportunities.

GJEPC met officials at the Embassy of India in Bangkok to strengthen India-Thailand gem and jewellery trade ties and promote Thai buyer participation at IIJS Bharat Premiere 2026 in Mumbai.

Senco Gold & Diamonds has launched its 'Halke Phulke Moments' campaign on July 1, highlighting lightweight jewellery across 9KT, 14KT and 18KT gold for everyday wear and personal occasions.

The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council joined the Union Commerce Minister's trade mission to the UK and Greece to strengthen market access, promote exports and deepen trade partnerships across Europe.

Indriya has introduced a diamond selection framework based on light performance, with one in five natural diamonds meeting its criteria, alongside the launch of SparkleScope technology across stores.

VBJ, Vummidi Bangaru Jewellers will host its first exclusive jewellery exhibition in Mettupalayam on June 19–20, showcasing curated gold, diamond and solitaire collections to expand customer access in the region.

Chandukaka Saraf Jewels has introduced its RITI 2.0 lightweight gold necklace collection ahead of the Vat Purnima and Guru Pushyamrut buying season, alongside festive offers across Maharashtra showrooms.

Gargi by PNGS has expanded its retail network with new kiosks in Kolkata and Ghaziabad during May 2026, strengthening its presence in North and East India as part of its FY27 growth plan.

Kirtilals has introduced a Signature Lounge at its Crosscut Road store in Coimbatore, alongside its Single Edition collection, offering a dedicated space for personalized jewellery consultations and exclusive product presentations.

The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council has joined the Natural Diamond Council as a member, becoming the first industry body under the Luanda Accord framework to formalize participation.

INSTORE has acquired the JA New York trade shows from Emerald, aiming to strengthen retailer-supplier engagement, education and business networking while repositioning the event within the US jewellery trade calendar.